Places that Welcomed All

Explore the sites statewide that welcomed and made a meaningful impact on the lives of LGBTQ+ people and the fight for queer rights.

  • A street view of a commercial property on the left and a residential property on the right, divided by a fence.

    CAMP Rehoboth Community Center

    37 Baltimore Avenue, Rehoboth Beach, DE

    A longstanding LGBTQ+ community center in Sussex County.

  • A black and white photograph of a church with a tall steeple, large pointed arches, and stained glass windows.

    Daugherty Hall at the University of Delaware

    17 W. Main Street, Newark, DE

    A gathering place for all and where the University of Delaware’s Gay Student Union hosted its weekly coffeehouses.

  • The exterior of a three-story building in downtown Wilmington.

    Griffin Community Center

    214 N. Market Street, Wilmington, DE

    A Former LGBTQ+ community center in northern Delaware that offered a wide variety of services and support during a time of need.

  • Crowds of people are seen walking the green, visiting vendors under tents. Legislative Hall is visible in the background.

    Legislative Hall and Legislative Mall

    411 Legislative Avenue, Dover, DE

    The site of Delaware’s state capital building and the outdoor location of large, annual LGBTQ+ festivals.

  • A two-story, white house with a porch is seen from across the street.

    Rehoboth Guest House

    40 Maryland Avenue, Rehoboth Beach, DE

    A historically queer-friendly guest house that still welcomes visitors today.

  • An off-white building with a hot pink roof is seen from the parking lot. A black and white sign reads “Renegade Restaurant & Lounge.”

    The Renegade

    4274 Coastal Highway, Rehoboth Beach, DE

    A once popular gay bar, restaurant, and resort at the Delaware beaches.